4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES
Posted on: 1982-04-23
Description
It may be possible for the lcf throttle rod bell crank to make contact with the radiator seal. This can result in reduced engine performance and/or throttle return.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will modify the driver side radiator seal to eliminate the possibility of interference with the throttle rod bell crank.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with manual transmission.system: throttle linkages and control; throttle rod bell crank/radiator.consequences of defect: an improper throttle return could result in loss ofvehicle speed control and an accident.
DEFECT #2 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Some trucks with 36 or 63 sleeper boxes may have a problem in that the latch mechanism on the sleeper door may not be adjusted to specifications. This misadjustment could allow the door to vibrate, which could cause the latch to become so worn that it may come open, even under minor road vibrations.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will adjust sleeper door latch without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: structure; door a ssembly, latches & locks.consequences of defect: the door could open unexpectedly during vehicleoperation, and occupants could fall from the vehicle and be seriously injured.
DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:HANGER/BRACKET
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The involved vehicles may have been manufactured with incorrect pinch clamp draw bolt drilling in the spring eye mounting brackets of the single drive suspension assembly. The pinch clamp draw bolts could become loose and the spring eye mounting pin could back out of the mounting bracket.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will correct this defect by replacing the mounting brackets at no charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: suspension; spring eye.consequences of defect: this condition would cause the rear suspension toseparate from the truck chassis without prior warning and an accident couldresult.
DEFECT #4 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The involved vehicles were manufactured with a 5/16 inch thick esna self-locking nut installed on the steering gear input shaft pinch bolt. The nut used may not securely fasten the u-joint to the input shaft.
Consequence
Corrective Action
The u-joint yoke and input shaft will be inspected and the pinch bolt and nut will be replaced with the type currently in production. Any other steering components damaged due to the defect will also be replaced.
Notes
Vehicle description: trucks.system: steering assembly; steering column coupling.consequences of defect: the nut could loosen and steering could becomeimpaired; loss of vehicle control and an accident could result.